Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in e-learning make it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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